This is where you will find ALL news from the ClarkeCountyLife.com Web site in chronological order.
Once again, we are facing an exceptionally brutal cold snap. With high temperatures forecast at 0° and lows bottoming out around -15°, there is a chance that the moisture in the air can freeze and cause damage to your water meter. When water freezes, it expands in
Clarke County Hospital announced Monday it has been named among the 2025 Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.
Click through to read more about the award and how, after 15 consecutive wins, our local hospital keeps reaching new heights in quality patient care and service…
Osceola City Council, Ward 1 seat has been vacant since Dec. 3rd. With no successful appointment for the position, it now comes down to the City holding a Special Election to fill the seat.
Click through to read more about the Special Election and how you can participate in the future of Osceola’s City Council…
The Clarke County Reservoir Commission is focusing on a series of action items and legislative engagement to keep the project moving forward, in light of recent confusion surrounding federal grants and loans. On January 27th, a temporary freeze of federal grants and loans was issued. An administrative
Osceola’s Clarke County Hospital continues to receive accolades and accreditation based on their service to patients and focus on quality care. The most recent achievement for CCH is awarded Quality-Based ISO 9001 accreditation by DNV which is for facilities that meet or exceed patient safety standards (Conditions of Participation) set forth by the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Click through to read more about the award and how CCH is working to provide quality care to the community…
Thanks to collaborative efforts between building owners and businesses, the City of Osceola, Osceola Chamber Main Street (OCMS), Southern Iowa Council of Governments (SICOG), and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA), the highly anticipated façade renovation project in Osceola’s historic commercial district has officially reached completion!
Click through to read about the recent updates to Osceola’s downtown square, and the collaborative effort taken to get the updates done…
After more than a year of strategic planning and collaborative work with local business owners, City leadership, Osceola Chamber Main Street, the CCDC, and community members, the new Comprehensive Plan for Osceola is slated to be approved by City Council in February.
Click through to the latest for the full update…
Clarke County Sheriff’s Deputy Wayne Keeler was presented with a life savers commendation award, given to him by the man he helped save last fall.
Click through to read about the honor and the actions Deputy Keeler took to receive the award…
Dangerously cold temperatures have settled across Iowa, bringing a host of other problems with them. One that we’re dealing with here in Osceola is frozen water pipes.
Click through to read what you can do to mitigate possible damage from these cold temps…
The latest updates to the Osceola Downtown Streetscape project will kick off on Tuesday the 14th. This stage of the development includes the updates to water main access and sub-street infrastructure. While some businesses and residents may see a water interruption, the City, engineers, and contractors are working to make sure the impact is minimized.
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Clarke County Hospital (CCH) is excited to announce a series of upcoming leadership changes, marking an exciting new chapter in their journey of providing exceptional healthcare to their local community.
Click through to read about the latest changes and the future of CCH…
After decades of dedicated hard work, the Clarke County Reservoir Commission (CCRC) has made some true progress this year, and the finish line is in sight.
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The loss of Dr. Jim and Mary Ellen Kimball has impacted the entire community. From Jim’s role as physician and local business leader to Mary Ellen’s tireless commitment to the arts and community groups, their passing will impact lives for years to come. Clarke County Hospital had dedicated a memorial space where friends and neighbors can gather to offer their thoughts and prayers for the Kimballs.
Click through to read about the Kimballs and their memorial…
The CCDC board, local businesses and community leaders took a day out of their schedule recently to focus on the future of Clarke County and discuss strategies for CCDC in 2025 and beyond. With key insights from IEDA’s Director, Debi Durham, and guidance from the team at Smart Solutions Group, the day resulted in some great goal setting and a collaborative vision for the future of the community.
Take a look at the latest feature to read more about the strategic sessions and some of the insights discussed…
There’s an increasing need for more SHIIP counselors, especially in Clarke County. Clarke County Hospital is seeking Volunteer SHIIP Counselors to provide this invaluable education and support to individuals.
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